DownloadBe My Eyes is revolutionizing the way people who are blind or have low vision navigate their world, offering them three powerful tools within a single, user-friendly app. With a global community of over half a million visually impaired users, Be My Eyes connects them with more than 7 million sighted volunteers ready to provide visual assistance at a moment's notice. Additionally, users can benefit from the innovative 'Be My AI' feature, which uses artificial intelligence to provide detailed, conversational descriptions of images in 36 languages. For specific product inquiries, the 'Specialized Help' feature allows direct communication with company representatives, ensuring efficient and accessible customer support.
Available in 185 languages and operating 24/7 in over 150 countries, Be My Eyes is a free service that empowers its users to live more independently. Whether you need help with home appliances, reading labels, or selecting the perfect outfit, Be My Eyes is there to assist. The app also aids in navigating digital displays, sorting mail, and even managing music collections, making everyday tasks more manageable and enjoyable.
Users worldwide have praised Be My Eyes for its transformative impact on their lives. From Julia, who was amazed by the global reach of volunteers, to Roberto, who appreciates the constant companionship of Be My AI, and Gordon, who was grateful for the support from Microsoft through Be My Eyes, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.
Be My Eyes has been recognized with numerous awards, including being mentioned in Time Magazine's best inventions of 2023, winning the 2020 Dubai Expo Global Innovator award, and receiving the 2018 Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award at the NFB National Convention, among others. These accolades underscore the app's significant contribution to enhancing accessibility and empowering individuals with visual impairments globally.
Be My Eyes Key Features:
- Get assistance on your own terms: call a volunteer, chat with Be My AI, or contact a company representative.
- Volunteers and Be My AI available globally 24/7
- Always free of charge
- 185 languages worldwide in 150+ countries
What can Be My Eyes help you with?
- Using home appliances
- Reading product labels
- Matching outfits and identifying clothes
- Helping to read product expiration dates and cooking instructions
- Reading digital displays or computer screens
- Navigating TV or game menus
- Operating vending machines or kiosks
- Sorting music collections or other libraries
- Sorting and dealing with paper mail
What the World is Saying About Be My Eyes:
“It was just amazing that someone from the other side of the world could be in my kitchen and help me with something.” - Julia, Be My Eyes user
“Having access to Be My AI has been like having an AI friend by my side all the time describing things to me, giving me unprecedented access to the visual world and helping me be more independent.” - Roberto, Be My Eyes User
“The tie-up between Be My Eyes and Microsoft is fantastic! I don’t know what I would have done to fix my PC issues without their help. Well done!” - Gordon, Be My Eyes User
Selected Awards:
- Mentioned in the 2023 Time Magazine best inventions
- 2020 Dubai Expo Global Innovator
- 2018 Winner of the Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award at the NFB National Convention
- 2018 Winner of AbilityNet Accessibility Award at the Tech4Good Awards
- 2018 Google Play Awards for “Best Accessibility Experience”
- 2017 Winner of World Summit Awards - Inclusion and Empowerment
